The VALORANT Champions Tour off-season has arrived, and with it comes the most chaotic time of the year: Rostermania. Tier-one teams across every International League are reshaping their lineups, from minor tweaks to full-blown rebuilds complete with new coaching staff.
This tracker covers every confirmed roster move as the 2026 season draws closer. We’ll update the list as fresh changes emerge.
VCT Americas
Leviatán
After a disappointing 2025 with no international appearances, Leviatán has opened the doors for change. Ian ‘tex’ Botsch, Corbin ‘C0M’ Lee, and Anthony ‘okeanos’ Nguyen are exploring options as contracts expire. Head Coach Casper ‘Desmo’ Rasmussen moves to inactive status, while Assistant Coach meco1e departs.
FURIA
2025 was brutal for FURIA, and the aftermath sees Davi ‘Palla’ Alcides and Olavo ‘heat’ Marcelo released from the active roster. The organization has yet to reveal incoming players.
100 Thieves
Two years without Champions qualification has triggered a complete rebuild. Every member of the 100 Thieves lineup has been allowed to seek new opportunities as the org reassesses its long-term direction.
KRÜ Esports
Contracts for Melser, keznit, and Shyy all expire at year’s end, alongside coaches Atom and ddx. All remain open to new offers.
VCT EMEA
Fnatic
Tragedy strikes as Leo ‘Leo’ Jannesson officially retires due to health issues, ending the career of one of VALORANT’s most impactful players.
BBL Esports
Despite strong regional finishes, failure to reach Champions Paris has led to Martin ‘Magnum’ Peňkov seeking a new team while in talks with BBL. Analyst Dario ‘ZaeS’ Gomez is now a free agent.
Natus Vincere
A legend steps back: Kyrylo ‘ANGE1’ Karasov retires from playing and eyes a transition to coaching in 2026.
FUT Esports
Star player Mehmet ‘cNed’ İpek is exploring options with his contract set to expire. After missing all international events in 2025, FUT is rethinking its roster plans.
Karmine Corp
Artur ‘pyrolll’ Minin is open to offers despite still being under contract, following KC’s failure to qualify for Champions Paris.
KOI
Riot has dropped KOI as a VCT partner due to performance and obligations. The roster has been immediately disbanded, confirmed by CEO Adam Adamou.
VCT Pacific
ZETA DIVISION
ZETA is opening recruitment for 2026. Shortly after, Kim ‘TenTen’ Tae-young and Hikaru ‘CLZ’ Mizutani revealed restricted free agency status, while Assistant Coach Carlão departed.
DetonatioN FocusMe
IGL Koki ‘Art’ Kagami exits after nearly a year, leaving DFM searching for fresh leadership as it seeks its first international berth since 2023.
VCT China
JD Gaming
After a rough run, Assistant Coach Wendler and JD Gaming have mutually parted ways.
TYLOO
TYLOO made strides in Stage 2 playoffs but fell short overall. To push further, the org has added Moses ‘Splash’ Jonathan to its roster.
Wolves Esports
After their surprise Masters Toronto run, Wolves couldn’t maintain form. Yuicaw and juicy are now free to explore opportunities, while the team eyes importing a support player from overseas.